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symphysis

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun symphysis has 2 senses
  1. symphysis - an abnormal adhesion of two or more structures
    --1 is a kind of
    adhesion
  2. symphysis - a growing together of parts or structures
    --2 is a kind of
    organic process, biological process

Definitions from the Web

Symphysis

Definition:

1. (noun) Is a growing together or fusion of bones, particularly in the middle of the body.

2. (noun) Refers to a type of joint in the body where two bones are united by fibrocartilage, allowing limited or no movement.

Example sentences:

1. The symphysis pubis is the joint located in the pelvis that connects the two pubic bones.

2. The symphysis menti is the area of the chin where the two halves of the mandible fuse during development.

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